umati linking the old and the new in “brownfield” Hackathon
umati linking the old and the new in “brownfield”...
umati linking the old and the new in “brownfield” Hackathon
The recent umati hackathon brought together 30 digitization experts from 17 companies to look at data exchange between existing "brownfield" machines and software systems.
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From the research lab straight to the shopfloor
From the research lab straight to the shopfloor
From the research lab straight to the shopfloor
Artificial intelligence (AI) for efficient production – An important technology is moving from the research lab into daily use. In the "Future of Business" focus topic at EMO Hannover 2023, the world's leading trade show for production technology, experts will be answering urgent questions about new...
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Security for Machine Tools – A Guide
Security for Machine Tools – A Guide
Security for Machine Tools – A Guide
Cyber-attacks on manufacturing facilities are becoming more common as a result of Industry 4.0. The growing threat requires the implementation of security measures, i.e. the introduction of security in the production environment. The VDW Research Institute’s Working Group 2 “Control &hel...
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Digital factories are learning to listen
Digital factories are learning to listen
Digital factories are learning to listen
Round table discussion with representatives of the "Audio technology for intelligent production" industry working group
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Harnessing the power of AI compensate for the shortage of skilled workers
Harnessing the power of AI compensate for the shortage...
Harnessing the power of AI compensate for the shortage of skilled workers
Digitalization is a driver and enabler of progress and competitive advantage in industry. Combining data with specialized algorithms creates Artificial Intelligence (AI). Are you still faxing? In this case, digitalization has probably not yet fully arrived at your company. For …
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Wireless manufacturing could be standard practice in ten years
Wireless manufacturing could be standard practice in ten years
Wireless manufacturing could be standard practice in ten years
Let's Talk Science informs participants about how they should be preparing for 5G.
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Robot installations soar
Robot installations soar
Robot installations soar
Companies are investing heavily in automation to maintain productivity and competitiveness, increase resilience and flexibility, or simply to keep pace with rising demand.
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Sustainable production thanks to digitization
Sustainable production thanks to digitization
Sustainable production thanks to digitization
Digitization can increase sustainability through smart business models. This is the conclusion of the "Digital Business Models" working group of the German government's Industrie 4.0 platform.
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IT vs OT – Why IT security doesn’t work in production
IT vs OT – Why IT security doesn’t work...
IT vs OT – Why IT security doesn’t work in production
In 2020, the German economy was estimated to suffer 223.5 billion euros in damages due to data theft, espionage and sabotage (Bitkom, 2021).
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The Digital Twin as a Conceptual Ideal
The Digital Twin as a Conceptual Ideal
The Digital Twin as a Conceptual Ideal
The Digital Twin as a Conceptual Ideal The digital twin is a fascinating technology. Its origins lie in the U.S. aerospace industry. Particularly due to the technological progress of information and communication technology, there is currently great momentum in the …
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